Thirty-Six Years in the White House (Annotated) - Historical Memoir of Presidential Life | Perfect for American History Enthusiasts & Political Science Students

Extremely interesting account, historically helpful account, of presidential administrations from Lincoln to the beginning of Theodore Roosevelt's tenure. Known as the "chief usher", Pendel's job was to usher in various visitors to the President. During Lincoln's administration anyone could see the President if they were willing to sit in line for a lengthy period of time. Because there was no Secret Service he escorted President Lincoln on various walks to other government offices and homes in the vicinity. This led him to exchange private conversations with the President that others were not privy too. This makes the book an extremely interesting primary historical account. But, over-all just a really good read.